Jason Somerville junta-se à Alpine como vice-diretor técnico

15 de maio de 2026

Reportado por IA

O ex-chefe de aerodinâmica da FIA, Jason Somerville, iniciou oficialmente seu novo cargo na equipe Alpine de Fórmula 1 após cumprir seis meses de licença remunerada.

Somerville assume a recém-criada posição de vice-diretor técnico e se reportará ao chefe técnico David Sanchez. Na Alpine, ele se reencontra com o diretor administrativo Steve Nielsen, com quem trabalhou anteriormente na FIA e na gestão da F1. Somerville ocupava o cargo de chefe de aerodinâmica da FIA desde fevereiro de 2022 e contribuiu para o desenvolvimento dos regulamentos de 2026 da categoria antes de sua saída.

Franco Colapinto prepares for 2026 Australian GP debut

05 de março de 2026 Reportado por IA Imagem gerada por IA

Argentine driver Franco Colapinto will debut in the 2026 Formula 1 season with Alpine at the Australian Grand Prix, starting this Thursday in Melbourne. His helmet features the Argentine flag and team colors, while he shows a nod to Boca Juniors in the lead-up. Formula 1 highlighted expectations for his strong preseason performances.

Alex Dunne joins Alpine Academy ahead of 2026 Formula 2 season

Alpine has confirmed that Formula 2 driver Alex Dunne has joined its young driver programme. The 20-year-old Irish racer, who previously participated in Formula 1 practice sessions for McLaren, will compete for Rodin Motorsport with Alpine's livery starting this weekend in Australia.

FIA appoints Paul Burns as new F1 deputy race director

19 de março de 2026 Reportado por IA

The FIA has promoted Ulsterman Paul Burns to the role of deputy race director in Formula 1, where he will work alongside lead Rui Marques. This appointment follows Claire Dubbelman's departure at the start of 2026 to join the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation.

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F1 pre-season tests end in Bahrain without Colapinto

20 de fevereiro de 2026 Reportado por IA

The Formula 1 pre-season tests concluded at the Sakhir circuit in Bahrain, where Pierre Gasly will complete the final sessions with Alpine. Argentine driver Franco Colapinto ended his involvement with a strong performance and stirred buzz on social media. The French pilot will drive the new A526 model in two final sessions.

Franco Colapinto reflects on Formula 1 preseason in Bahrain

Argentine driver Franco Colapinto shared his thoughts after the Formula 1 preseason tests at the Bahrain International Circuit. In a press conference, he emphasized the role of adaptation and assessed the competitive landscape for the 2026 season with Alpine.

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